Value Stream Lead - Second Shift

Prattwhitney

Tucson (AZ)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 165,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Value Stream Manager for a second shift in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will lead a cross-functional team on the factory floor, driving schedules, continuous improvements, and production strategies to meet delivery commitments.

The role requires a university degree with 5+ years of manufacturing or operations experience, strong leadership, and the ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

University degree or equivalent; 5+ years in manufacturing or operations.
Experience leading a team or in a managerial role.
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Direct supervision of 10+ bargaining unit employees and staff.
Lead cross-functional collaboration with upstream and downstream teams.
Develop and sustain product-focused processes, tooling, and equipment architecture.
Lead lean transformation and CORE structure execution.
Plan labor forecasts and schedule manufacturing workflows.
Ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost priorities.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Manufacturing experience

Security clearance eligibility

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-16 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Role Overview

The Value Stream Manager (VSM) is the Integrated Project Team leader within a production manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Factory Manager and be accountable for the daily management and direction of a cross functional team which includes the Production Support team (ME, IE, QE, PC) and Production engineering support team. The VSM will be tasked to generate, maintain, and execute clear operational schedules, priorities, goals while collaborating with functional management to allow for continuous manufacturing of line-flow or end-item products. Additionally, the VSM will have accountability for production, depot deliveries, failure investigation and triage, direction to salary production support, prioritization of design engineering support and safety within their factory area. This position involves direct support of manufacturing activities and requires spending significant amounts of time in and around factory areas. The candidate must be capable and willing to work extended hours (when required) in a fast-paced deadline driven environment. The ideal candidate will possess the demonstrated skills and experience necessary to perform in both manufacturing and technical leadership roles.

What You Will Do

Direct supervision and responsibility for 10+ bargaining unit employees and additional support/technical personnel.
Collaboration and communication with upstream and downstream VSLs and leadership.
Utilization of knowledge of manufacturing principles, manufacturing support team roles and responsibilities and manufacturing systems in support of initiatives, projects, improvements, and efforts.
Overseeing and leading the generation, development and sustainment of product focused processes, tooling, and equipment architecture.
Deploy and maintain lean transformation activities in conjunction with the value stream manager and support teams.
Deploy and maintain CORE structure, concepts and execution including but not limited to tier accountability and continuous improvement.
Personnel performance input for all related functions and career development of team members including coaching and mentoring.
Perform a wide variety of sequencing, planning, scheduling, coordinating, failure triage support and reporting tasks in support of the manufacturing workflow.
Compiling labor forecasts and Estimates at Compete (EACs) for the support and touch employees.
Strategic planning development for short term execution as well as long range planning.
Define and Execute priorities relating to safety, people, quality, delivery, and cost.
Interact with support engineering, supply chain, and quality with respect to project schedules.

Qualifications

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of five (5) years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum three (3) years' experience.
Experience with either manufacturing or operations.
Experience leading a team or managerial experience.
U.S. Citizen - The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Experience working in a Composites factory and an understanding of associated processes.
Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.
Previous experience leading a direct team with specific deadlines, requirements or deliverables.
Knowledge of manufacturing and industrial engineering practices.
Knowledge of quality requirements relating to manufacturing environments.
Superior communication skills.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

Application Window

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.